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RRX 116Y

1982 Kawasaki Z550

Grey Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18 mi
Last recorded18 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2016
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z55027,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRX 116Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ550
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2016 18 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2014 1,976 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 1,456 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 766 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 760 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Offside Front Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z550?

Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
435
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Horn not working 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
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RRX 116Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550 in Grey with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki Z550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 27,763 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RRX 116Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z550 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Kawasaki Z550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RRX 116Y registered?

RRX 116Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z550, first registered on 15 September 1982.

Is RRX 116Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRX 116Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RRX 116Y have outstanding finance?

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